take to the streets

Example Sentences

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As mayor, he did not take to the streets himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

“We’re ready to take to the streets again, once the time is right,” said Ahmad, who says he always keep canned food, frozen meals and aid supplies at home.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

The administration's tactics have prompted thousands nationwide to take to the streets in protest.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Pahlavi, who lives close to Washington DC, had urged protesters to take to the streets on Thursday and Friday.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

With the bikes now fully operational, we wheel them outside, manually pull down the garage door, and take to the streets.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman